Aviation, Flight Operations & UAS/Drone Systems
Aircraft Systems Engineer
Designs and maintains onboard systems: avionics, power, hydraulics and more.
0 of 5 signature competencies evidenced. Ready means Level 3 on each.
Signature competencies
Systems Prioritisation
Deciding what matters first when systems depend on each other and resources are limited.
Not yet evidenced
Risk Assessment
Weighing likelihood and consequence to decide when and how to act.
Not yet evidenced
Simulation & Model Reasoning
Using models to test decisions before reality does it for you.
Not yet evidenced
Scientific Data Interpretation
Reading charts, readings and trends to reach defensible conclusions.
Not yet evidenced
Technical Communication
Explaining complex technical decisions clearly to the people who need to act.
Not yet evidenced
Why it matters
Reliable systems are what make flight routine instead of risky.
Technical foundations
- Avionics
- Electrical systems
- Maintenance practice
Mentors in this field
UNIVAST mentors with experience relevant to becoming a Aircraft Systems Engineer.

Engineering
Temitope Owolabi
Aircraft Engineer, Data Analyst (Excel, Python, Power BI, Tableau), AI & ML Intern and SDG Advocate